Gregory Lee Padgett

Gregory Lee Padgett

also known as Greg Padgett, Gregory Padgett

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 41 years

Probate Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Probate, Trusts

3755 E. 82nd Street, Suite 110, Indianapolis, IN

About Gregory

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Probate 70%

Handling contentious and difficult probate administration matters is an important part of our work. Executors must follow the law and treat all beneficiaries equally, not favoring their own interests or those of certain heirs.

31 years | 275 cases

70%
Trusts 30%

Trust litigation and claims is a key part of our practice. We have for many years represented beneficiaries in claims against Trustees, and just as often have been engaged to defend Trustee decisions.

27 years | 200 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 37 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1988

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 41 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1984

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Padgett Law

3755 E. 82nd Street, Suite 110, Indianapolis, IN, 46240

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Gregory Lee Padgett's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Trusts

Posted by Randall | November 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Estate litigation

I was advised by my business attorney to hire Greg to co-represent with him, my children and I as we challenged my deceased wife’s family estate. It was an ag related situation. The co-council approach was found to be successful as Greg specialized in estate litigation cases and the business attorney... specialized in ag law. Greg’s knowledge and experience was definitely beneficial to the outcome. His rates were reasonable. He was personable and always available to address concerns by reply in a timely fashion. Greg’s level of professionalism and approach in dealing with the opposing council was excellent. He truly outclassed the opposing council . I would highly recommend Greg without hesitation for your estate and trust litigation needs

Posted by Heather | February 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Top notch

Hired Mr. Padgett to assist with dissolution of irrevocable trust - previously unsuccessful with other legal counsel. Because of his professional, competent help, the judge ruled in my favor. He is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2015 | Trusts

Outstanding

We used Greg to help to settle the estate of our recently deceased father. There were several complications due to a poorly structured trust. Greg was able to quickly process through everything and gave us a very clear and common sense path to liquidating the trust. There were a few other periph...eral issues involved that Greg was also able to counsel us through in a very professional way. We had spoken to several lawyers before Greg and no one was even close to him in knowledge and counseling skills. I would highly recommend Greg and his services.

Posted by Richard | May 28, 2013 | Trusts

Best Trust & Estate Lawyer

We had a sibling who gained control over our mother and had her give him and his son total control of all family assets through power of attorney while living and for 99 years after her death via a trust. In just a few weeks Mr. Padgett had them dissolving this trust and everything being equally di...vided among the 6 heirs. Furthermore he managed to do this without increasing family hostility. If one needs to solve an unfair trust or estate problem, I do not think anyone can surpass him. I say all of this without ever personally meeting him and even living in a different state.

Posted by Ralph J. Secoy | April 24, 2011 | Trusts

Excellent

As a business owner and estate/trust beneficiary, I have worked with well over 25 attorneys. If a good man is hard to find, an honest lawyer is even more rare, and Greg Padgett is that man. He is the only attorney I've used with high integrity, excellent working knowledge, and very good results. If y...our circumstances require estate and/or trust expertise, I've tried so many other lawyers I can say that you would be fortunate to work with Greg.

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Gregory Lee Padgett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Robinson

Probate lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Greg is a true professional. He knows the probate litigation area well and I have referred cases to him."

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Richard Hall

Unknown lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As an estate planning attorney (33 years) I need to refer clients and prospects to an experienced will/trust litigator from time to time. In Indiana, there are only a handful of attorneys who, in my opinion, have the requisite skill set and experience to handle estate and trust-related litigation. Attorney Gregory L. Padgett is always my first choice of litigator for Indiana-based disputes. Greg achieves good results for his clients, whether through discovery and depositions, mediation or trial."

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Veronica Jarnagin

Litigation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg works with integrity and has your best interests in mind."

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Robert Arnold

Estate planning lawyer

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Steven Robinson

Probate lawyer

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Pamela Koehler

Estate planning lawyer

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Richard Hall

Estate planning lawyer

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Veronica Jarnagin

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

SuperLawyer Trust and Estate Litigation, SuperLawyers

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2014

SuperLawyer Trust and Estate Litigation, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2000 - 2004

Counsel, Barnes & Thornburg

1992 - 2000

Partner, Johnson, Hall & Lawhead

1989 - 1992

Associate, Baker & Daniels LLP

1984 - 1988

Associate, Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Associations

1989 - Present

Indianapolis Bar Association

Member

1988 - Present

Indiana State Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

Christian Legal Society

Member

Education

1984

Northwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

DePauw University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2010

Solo and Small Firm Conference

Trust and Estate Litigation

2009

Estate Litigation

Changes of Beneficiary

2006

Probate Litigation

Undue Influence in Will Contests

Publications

2010

Indiana State Bar Association Trust and Estate Litigation

2010

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Tips for Trust Contests

2009

Indianapolis Bar Association Recent Developments, Estate Litigation

2009

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Changes of Beneficiary

2006

Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) Undue Influence in Will Contests

Languages

English

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